TM 5-4310-360-14
CHAPTER 3
OPERATOR'S MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Section I. LUBRICATION INSTRUCTIONS
3-1.
General Lubrication Information
WARNING: Drycleaning solvent, P-D-680,
used to clean parts is potentially dangerous
This section contains lubricating instructions for
to personnel and property. Avoid repeated
the air compressor and a reproduction of the lubri
and prolonged skin contact by wearing
cation order for the engine LO 5-2805-256-12
rubber or solvent impermeable gloves when
handling the solvent or material wet with
drycleaning solvent. Wash hands immedi-
ately after exposure with soap and water and
use a lanolin based skin cream to prevent
skin drying. Do not use near open flame or
excessive heat. Flash point of solvent is
3-2. Air Compressor Lubrication
l000F (38oC). Ensure that ventilation
adequate to reduce solvent vapor concentra-
Refer to figure 3-1 for lubrication points
a.
tions below acceptable threshold limit
and lubricant specifications.
values is provided.
Clean fittings before lubricating. Relubri-
C.
b.
Intervals and related task-hour times are
cate all areas exposed to water after
based on normal hours of operation. The
amphibious operation. Lubricate points
task-hour time specified is the time you
indicated by dotted arrow shaft on both
need to do all the services prescribed for a
sides of equipment. Clean parts with
particular interval. Change the interval if
SOLVENT, dry cleaning, or with OIL, fuel,
your lubricants are contaminated or if you
diesel. Dry before lubricating. Drain crank
are operating the equipment under adverse
cases when HOT. Fill and check level.
operating conditions, including longer-than-
usual operating hours. You may extend the
interval during periods of low activity, but
3-3. Engine Lubrication.
you must take adequate preservation
precautions.
Refer to figure 3-2 for lubrication procedures.
3-1
